Panhandle–Plains Historical Museum

The Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum holds over two million artifacts across 285,000 square feet, making it the largest history museum in Texas.

Established in 1921 on the West Texas A&M University campus, the museum began as a community initiative to preserve the heritage of the Panhandle region.

The museum collection includes Native American artifacts, pioneer items, regional art, and exhibits about early settler life in the Texas Panhandle region.

Located at 2503 4th Avenue in Canyon, the museum opens Tuesday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM and provides wheelchair accessible facilities.

The museum maintains an extensive research library containing documents, photographs, and materials documenting the development of the Texas Panhandle region.

Location: Canyon

Inception: 1921

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Address: 2503 4th Ave, Canyon, TX 79015 79016

Opening Hours: url=https://www.panhandleplains.org/p/plan-your-visit

Phone: +(806)6512244

Website: http://panhandleplains.org

GPS coordinates: 34.98033,-101.91726

Latest update: September 20, 2025 21:00